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Bogda

By I am Gujarat -

Updated: Sep 04, 2018 13:30 pm IST

Bogda

Bogda was screened at 75th Venice International Film Festival before its release in India. Nisheeta Keni makes her debut with Marathi movie ‘Bogda’, which she has written, directed and produced. She uses the surrealistic approach in visuals and sounds. The movie follows a dysfunctional relationship between a mother and daughter, who take off on a road trip and sees the universe conspiring to help them make memories on this ride that may be their last together. The director has studied film direction in Mumbai and screenwriting at New York Film Academy. She has made several short films during her studies before venturing into full-fledged movies. According to the director, the movie’s name Bogda means tunnel in Marathi, which metamorphically means light on the other side and moving towards new beginnings.

Savita Damodar Paranjpe

Marathi cinema is part of Indian cinema which is produced in Marathi language. The first Marathi movie released in India was ‘Shree Pundalik’ by Dadasaheb Torne on May 18, 1912 at Coronation Cinematograph in Mumbai. Followed by ‘Raja Harishchandra’, directed by Dadasaheb Phalke, was a Marathi film, now known as India’s first full-length feature, released in 1913. He was known as the first pioneer and founder of cinema in pre-Independence India. Also, the Dadasaheb Phalke Award is India’s highest award in cinema given annually by the Government of India for lifetime contribution to Indian cinema. Marathi movie ‘Shwaas’ was India’s official entry to the 77th Academy Awards. Legendary filmmakers like V. Shantaram, Master Vinayak, Bhalji Pendharkar, Acharya Atre, Raja Paranjpe, Dinkar D Patil, G. D. Madgulkar, Sudhir Phadke, Raja Thakur and more have helped Marathi cinema to grow. Comedians like Dada Kondke, Ashok Saraf and Laxmikant Berde have contributed hugely towards Marathi cinema.

Pushpak Vimaan

Tatya believes that Saint Tukaram boarded the Pushpak Vimaan and set off to heaven. The 83-year-old man is an ardent devotee Saint Tukaram which is an age-old folklore. Tatya also harbours the dream of flying in Tukaram’s mystical vehicle. The movie has a touch of humour, emotions shared between a grandfather and a grandson. Mohan Joshi plays the role of Tatya in the movie. The actor has worked in several Bollywood superhit movies like Ishq, Vaastav: The Reality, Gangaajal and many more.

Fandi

The movie is based on a small village where a sudden incident transforms the villagers. The incident turns the village into a hot spot for politicians and news activities. The first Marathi movie to be released in India was ‘Shree Pundalik’ by Dadasaheb Torne on 18 May 1912 at Coronation Cinematograph in Mumbai. Followed by ‘Raja Harishchandra’, directed by Dadasaheb Phalke, was a Marathi film, now known as India’s first full-length feature, released in 1913. He was known as the first pioneer and founder of cinema in pre-Independence India. Also, the Dadasaheb Phalke Award is India’s highest award in cinema given annually by the Government of India for lifetime contribution to Indian cinema. Marathi movie ‘Shwaas’ was India’s official entry to the 77th Academy Awards. Legendary filmmakers like V. Shantaram, Master Vinayak, Bhalji Pendharkar, Acharya Atre, Raja Paranjpe, Dinkar D Patil, G. D. Madgulkar, Sudhir Phadke, Raja Thakur and more have helped Marathi cinema to grow. Comedians like Dada Kondke, Ashok Saraf and Laxmikant Berde have contributed hugely towards Marathi cinema.

Chumbak

Chumbak is a story of a 15-year-old waiter Baalu who encounters with a 45-year-old man Prasanna with a disability. Baalu is forced to make a choice between his dreams and morality. Marathi cinema is part of Indian cinema which is produced in Marathi language. The first Marathi movie released in India was ‘Shree Pundalik’ by Dadasaheb Torne on May 18, 1912 at Coronation Cinematograph in Mumbai. Followed by ‘Raja Harishchandra’, directed by Dadasaheb Phalke, was a Marathi film, now known as India’s first full-length feature, released in 1913. He was known as the first pioneer and founder of cinema in pre-Independence India. Also, the Dadasaheb Phalke Award is India’s highest award in cinema given annually by the Government of India for lifetime contribution to Indian cinema. Marathi movie ‘Shwaas’ was India’s official entry to the 77th Academy Awards. Legendary filmmakers like V. Shantaram, Master Vinayak, Bhalji Pendharkar, Acharya Atre, Raja Paranjpe, Dinkar D Patil, G. D. Madgulkar, Sudhir Phadke, Raja Thakur and more have helped Marathi cinema to grow. Comedians like Dada Kondke, Ashok Saraf and Laxmikant Berde have contributed hugely towards Marathi cinema.

Youngraad

Four best friends from Nashik always have each other’s backs be it getting into fights or setting up a friend with his dream girl. But having a wrong idol in such impressionable years lands them into a web of troubles that drastically affects their lives. It brings them to a point where everything that they thought they knew about life disappears into oblivion and forces them to embark on a journey to redefine who they are.

Gotya

During the pregnancy, Bajya mistakenly swallows a marble and names her son Gotya upon his birth. He grows up to be drawn to the game of marbles and participates in several competitions, winning the state and national level championships. When he participates in the International Marble Championship, he finds himself in certain situations that could pose to be obstacles between him and the championship.

Amhala Pan Girlfriend Aahe

Ajit Salve, Kalyani Vyankatesh, Amol Jadhav and Aarohi Dike in prominent roles. Marathi is the language of the state of Maharashtra in India. It is the oldest and one of the pioneer film industries of India. Although the industry is much smaller than the large market driven Hindi cinema based in Mumbai.

Bucket List

Bucket List is about a 40-year-old housewife, Madhura Sane, who has always been confined in her own choices, but takes off on a journey to self-discovery when she stumbles upon a choice that could change her life forever. The movie stars Madhuri Dixit and Sumeet Raghavan in lead roles, whereas Ranbir Kapoor makes a guest appearance.

Ziprya

Ziprya is based on the late Arun Sadhu’s novel of the same name. The story revolves around a group of boot-polish kids from Mumbai who struggle to make ends meet but work sincerely. A protagonist follow the beaten path which includes the individual’s tryst with poverty, crime and discrimination. It delves into the tumultuous lives of youngsters who are deprived of their basic rights and the phases they go through.